Visual 8

I'm the owner and art director of Visual 8 Creative, providing professional digital and print graphic design to small businesses, entrepreneurs, corporate clients and creative agencies.

My experience has refined my collaboration and project management skills and instilled in me a deep understanding of commercial dynamics, making me an efficient and productive contributor.

Reach out to me if you, your organisation or agency needs my expertise.

Visual 8 has reached a major milestone! After 18 years, my business is officially an adult and has hit 9,460,800 figures… in minutes! 🤭 Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way. Here's to many more years of success! 🎉

Note!

FINAL PUSH TO YEAR END!
This time of year can be manic for all entrepreneurs - wrapping up and prepping for the start of a new business year can often make us feel like we're fighting time. With experience, I've learned to pace myself and do my best to be organised and astute with scheduling work.

Sending all my fellow entrepreneurs and freelancers strength and energy for the rest of the work year! 👩‍💻💪

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Visual 8 Creative

I have worked as a creative in the design and advertising space for my entire working career, and through the years I have found a love for writing and storytelling. Here I share my blog posts on a series of SA brands among other informative articles on design, advertising and marketing.

https://visual8.co.za/blog/

If you are an entrepreneur or owner of a retail or corporate business and would like to know more about how you can leverage your brand’s potential. I offer retainers for clients who need ongoing design, branding or advertising requirements at accessible pricing with payment terms suitable to your budget.

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So tonight while swapping to and from the different social media apps on my phone I kept looking at the Facebook icon thinking it looked brighter and ever so slightly wider, so senior creative, eagle-eye me did a Google search and what do you know…

Did Facebook really change its logo? See if you can spot the difference Meta has announced that Facebook’s logo has been changed, but most people will find it hard to notice it.

Attention, visionary leaders of the corporate world!

If you have never thought of outsourcing the creative digital and print collateral to an experienced freelance graphic designer/art director I'm here to highlight how your company can greatly benefit by making the move. Say goodbye to traditional barriers and hello to a world open to limitless possibilities!

• Cost-effectiveness: Hiring me can be more cost-effective by comparison to maintaining a full-time, in-house designer. I typically work on a project or retainer basis, allowing companies to pay for the creative services I offer only when they are needed, avoiding the costs of salaries, benefits, and overhead expenses that come with hiring permanent employees for this work.

• Flexibility and Scalability: Working with me offers flexibility and scalability to corporate companies. I can be hired for specific projects or periods of high demand, allowing companies to adjust their design resources according to their needs. This flexibility is particularly useful when dealing with fluctuating workloads or when additional design expertise is required temporarily.

• Diverse Skill Sets: I have gathered a wide range of skills and experience, having worked on various projects across different industries and I have a network of trustworthy associates who I would recommend when and where needed. This diversity allows companies to work with specialised expertise, ensuring the availability of expert freelancers who can handle specific design, development, illustration, photographic or any other requirements.

• Fresh Perspectives and Creativity: Corporate design work can often become creatively restricting. As a freelance professional, I bring a fresh perspective to design projects. I am able to offer unique and creative ideas, even if they don't fit the constraints of a specific corporate culture and maybe deviate slightly from the usual. This infusion of new ideas can help companies enhance their engagement with their target audience in new ways.

• Faster Turnaround Time: I am accustomed to working independently and managing my own schedule. This can result in faster turnaround times for design projects, as I focus solely on the task at hand without getting caught up in internal processes or bureaucracy. Quick turnaround times can be a great advantage when responding rapidly to market demands.

• Reduced Administrative Burden: I'm a service provider and I invoice from my business, Visual 8, to yours - it couldn't be easier! Companies do not need to worry about recruitment, onboarding, training, or providing equipment and software. I work with my own computer and software, allowing companies to save time and resources in these areas.

• Global Access: I can be based anywhere in the world and so can you. Working remotely via online platforms has become the most effective way of doing business globally. I may just have the specialised skills and unique cultural perspective that aligns with your brand and target audience.

These benefits are certainly worth considering if your company is looking for a professional freelance partner for its internal communications, brand maintenance and marketing needs. I work towards establishing clear communication channels and project management structures to maintain consistent quality of creative work.

I offer monthly retainer packages at a competitive fee that are contract-based. These retainers allow for ad-hoc work to be done without the added fuss of per-project billing if that is preferred. I encourage you to get in touch with me to find out more. I never turn down a casual chat over coffee, even if it's over Zoom.

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SME business superheroes, get your biz buzzing! Catapult your brand into the digital spotlight with social media marketing. Think of it like your trusty sidekick that helps you reach customers faster than a speeding bullet.

• It’s a cost-effective
• Spread the word far & wide about your products & services
• Engage with your customers directly
• Build a tribe of loyal fans
• You can make sales even when you’re catching some Zs

Embrace the power of social media marketing, and if you need guidance on how to get started and how best to optimise your business's social media presence, get in touch with me.

Did you hear about the start-up that had no brand identity?
Yup, me neither. 😜

Without a solid brand identity, your business risks being invisible in a world full of visual noise. As a professional freelance graphic designer, I am experienced in helping create logos and unique brand identity solutions for your business. Get in touch, and let me guide you in marketing your start-up.

As a small business owner, you don't need to break the bank to market your business professionally. My services are accessible and budget-friendly. Let's chat about how we can work together to help grow your business without having you dip into your savings.

Your website is like a virtual storefront. Would you want to shop in a cluttered, difficult-to-navigate store? As an experienced freelance graphic designer, I help create website designs that make the user experience look professional and function smoothly. Contact me, and let's work together to create something that will boost your business.

Marketing material design doesn't have to be boring. No one has the time or attention span for a snooze-fest. As an experienced freelance graphic designer, I specialise in creating visually appealing and engaging designs for all forms of marketing media. Get in touch with me, and let's make your brand the talk of the town!

Do you, as a BUSINESS OWNER or MANAGER, have reservations about using a Freelance Graphic Designer for your company? If so, why?

1️⃣ Quality of Work
2️⃣ Communication
3️⃣ Consistency
4️⃣ Time and Availability
5️⃣ Legal Issues ie: Copyright

Let me know; I'd be interested in easing your anxieties and shedding some light on the benefits of forming a good working relationship with an experienced, reliable freelancer.

I'm looking for freelance design (ad-hoc/ contract) roles from international and local agencies that have overflow work or may need a helping hand in studio. Branding and campaign ideation are my comfort zones but I'm happy to help with any other work that falls within the ambit of my skills.

Why me?

⭐ I'm easy to work with and communicate well remotely.
⭐ Deadlines are important to me.
⭐ I'm a resourceful, quick thinker.
⭐ I share my creative opinions openly.
⭐ I am an experienced senior designer/art director

Your brand is like a first impression. You don't want to show up looking a little less than, do you? As an experienced freelance graphic designer, I can help you create a brand identity that will make you stand out professionally. Let's build your brand to make a lasting first impression!

Being a start-up business is like being a baby. You need to stand out, make noise, and be noticed! That's where I come in. As an experienced freelance graphic designer, I can help create a brand identity to make your business the cool kid on the block. Get in touch.

Are you the owner of a SMALL or MEDIUM SIZE BUSINESS?
Want a logo that will make your competitors green with envy? Or a website design that will knock your customers' socks off? As an experienced freelance graphic designer, I can help! Let's chat and create something unique together!

As a SMILE - Smileitalia member, I was invited to attend the Cutting Edge Strategies and Trends in Digital Marketing: A Breakfast Seminar with Simone Zanetti. Thank you ItalChannel, what an eye-opener to AI and brilliant insights shared in terms of neuromarketing. It was good to meet you Simone Zanetti

17 years in business - now that's something to celebrate!

Get in touch with me to receive my rate card. For the remainder of FEBRUARY 2023, I'll be offering a 20% discount on all signed quotes for design work. What's not to love? [email protected]